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Originally Posted by frabjous
Let's just say I've become very annoyed with Microsoft lately. Lots of reasons, and you can probably guess what they are.
In principle, the idea of a community-based software platform rather than consumer/vendor model also greatly appeals to me.
From what I've read there are also a lot of advantages to Linux.
But there's no substitute for familiarity, more ready availability of software, and a broader user base.
What do you think?
P.S. If it makes any difference, I'm a very fast learner with computers in general, I've done some minimal programming, but by and large, I'm not actually an "expert".
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You're asking "
should I use a screwdriver or a wrench?".
Only
you know the answer, because
you're the one who knows if
you have to tight a screw or a bolt.
So, you better ask yourself two questions:
1. which software performs the task I need to be done?
2. What is needed to run that software?
And, honestly, I cannot answer those questions.
If you put such a generic question, all you can have as an answer is: "
the best is System XYZ, because it's what I use", whatever XYZ is.
And that's true about computers, hi-fi systems, cars, e-book readers, cellphones, bicycles...
